Multicheck sales-book.



No. 795,696- PATENTED JULY 25, 1905.

G. w. DONNING.

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G. w. DONNING. MULTIOHEGK SALES BQOK. APPLIGAIION FILED APR. 18. 1902. RENEWED FEB. 15,1905.

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UNITED STATES PATENT OFFICE.

IVIULTICHECK SALES-BOOK- Specification of Letters Patent.

Patented July 25, 1905.

Application filed April 18, 1902. Renewed February 15, 1905. $erial No. 245,734.

To all whom; it nutty concern.-

- Be it known that I, GEORGE W. DoNNING, a citizen of the United States, residing at East Orange, in the county of Essex and State of New J ersey, have invented certain new and useful Improvements in Multicheck Sales- Books; and I do hereby declare the following to be a full, clear, and exact description of the invention, such as will enable others skilled in the art to which it appertains to make and use the same.

The object of my invention is to provide a convenient, compact, and inexpensive salesbook for producing a plurality of facsimiles of an original record written therein. g A further object of my invention is to provide asales-book in which the records'of each different class of transactions, such as cash sales and charge sales, are kept separate and in which index-slips are provided in convenient position for properly indexing thereon the particular class of transactions recorded.

My invention consists in the constructions, combinations, and arrangements herein described and claimed.

Referring to the drawings forming a part of this application, and in which similar reference-symbols indicate corresponding parts in the several views, Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating a sales-book adapted for two different classes of transactions, in this case to cash sales and charge sales. Fig. 2 is an end elevation of Fig. 1. Fig. 3 is a side elevation of Fig. 1. Fig. 4 is a plan view of Fig. 1. Fig. 5 is a plan view of a modification showing means for removing the curl from the duplicate-check material. Fig. 6 is a detail view of such means for removing the curl. Fig. 7 is a plan view of a still further modification, and Fig. 8 is a side elevation of Fig. 7.

Referring especially to Figs. 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the drawings, A and A indicate two leaves of a protecting-cover, and A indicates an intermediary leaf secured to the cover. A pad B for recording cash and C. O. D. sales is supported on the leaf A and consists of a plurality of sheets each folded upon itself to constitute an upper original check G and a lower triplicate check C The leaf A carries an index-slip a for cash and C. O. D. sales on its side adjacent to the pad B and on its opposite side is provided with a pad B which consists of original checks and triplicate checks for charge sales. The leaf A carries an indexslip a for charge sales. Conveniently disposed at the upper end of the pad B is'a holder D,

in which are carried the duplicate checks E. I have illustrated as a satisfactory type a cylind rical holder D, carrying a roll or continuous web of duplicate-check material; but, if desired, the holder D may be omitted and the roll of duplicate-check material supported on a suitably-disposed spindle. The holder is shown provided with detachable end caps (V, which receive the threaded ends of a spindle 0Z, extending through the holder. Thumbnuts (Z are provided for engaging the threaded ends of the spindle for securing the latter in place. clamp 61 for receiving the inner end of the roll of duplicate-check material, whereby the roll may be drawn tightly by rotating the spindle.

The end caps d are shown provided with depressed portions which are pressed by the thumb-nuts against the ends of the roll of duplicate-check material to retard frictionally unwinding of such roll. It will thus be seen that the thumb-nuts apply frictional resistance directly both to the spindle and to the roll mounted thereon. The holder D may be provided with a longitudinal slotd through which theduplicate-check material is drawn for positioning it between the original check and triplicate check of the pad B, or of the pad B? when the latter is folded back on the pad B. Since the duplicate-checkmaterial has a tendency to curl when unrolled and drawn out through the slot (W, I have shown a plate or blade H carried by the holder D and extending in contact with the duplicate-check material, whereby the friction caused by the movement of the duplicate-check material against the edge of the blade will act to remove all curl from such material. This blade can obviously be formed integral with the holder or adjustably secured thereto for regulating its pressure on the duplicate-check material. It will be clear that the tendency of the duplicate-check material to curl is partially counteracted by the tension necessarily exerted in unwinding such material against the frictional resistance caused by the thumb-nuts against both the spindle d and the roll carried thereon. A sheet of 'manifolding material F is preferably attached to the holder D, as by a springclamp (i provided with a clamping-blade d,

in position to lie between the-original and duplicate checks of the pads B or B A second sheet of manifolding material G is secured either to the holder or the leaf A in position to lie beneath the duplicate check. These two sheets of manifolding material are The spindle is provided with a springpreferably formed of less length than the checks, so that the portions of the latter which extend beyond the manifolding material may provide means for grasping the several checks for removal. It will be noted that upon thus withdrawing the checks for removal new checks will be presented inproper operative position relative to the manifolding-sheets without the necessity of handling such sheets.

In the above-described construction, which is illustrated in Figs.- 1, 2, 3, and 4, the checks for cash and (J. O. D. sales are made on the pad B and such sales recorded on the indexslip a When charge sales are to be recorded, the leaf A is turned overthe pad B, as shown in Fig. 4, and the manifolding material removed from the pad B and properly positioned in the pad B The checks for the charge sales are then made on the pad B and such sales recorded on the index-slip a.

In Fig. 5 I have shown a clamp consisting of yielding members 6-, preferably of resilient material, arranged along the sides of the pad, and of a clamp-plate B extending across the upper portion of the pad and exerting a re taining pressure on the checks and manifolding-sheets as the thickness of the pad is reduced by use.

Other clamping means may be substituted for the clamp-plate B For example, the pad may carry projections constructed to be inserted into a pocket or other retaining portion of the cover-leaf.

Figs. 5 and 6 show a modified device for removing curl from the duplicate-check material which consists of a cross-piece H, provided with a grooved base [1/ and with clamp ends ii, constructed detachably to engage the plate B for securing the cross-piece thereon. In this construction the duplicate-check material passes between the plate B and crosspiece H and has its curl removed by friction against the grooved base if of the cross-piece. It will be seen that the clamp-plate B and cross-piece H will automatically lower as the pad is reduced by use.

In Figs. 7 and 8 I have illustrated a modifled form of arrangement. It differs from the previously-described construction in that the duplicate-check holder is disposed underneath the pad B, and this obviates the necess'ity of using the cylindrical check-holder D. Theholder I is a receptacle secured to the pad and has an opening or slot 2' at the upper part of one of the edges, a zigzag sheet of duplicate-check material J being designed to pass through this slot. There are preferably fifty original checks J fifty triplicate checks J and fifty duplicate checks J, all perforated at appropriate points. On this holder, immediately beyond the end of the pad and above the slot '5, is a guide 6 formed of metal or other appropriate material and of proper configuration to reduce the friction of the paper in its movement to the writing position and to prevent tearing of the same. A roller may be used in lieu-of this guide. To hold one or more sheets of manifolding material K, I providea suitable holding device L, provided with clamping or yielding edges Z, into which the carbon or other manifolding material is to be inserted, there being as many sheets of manifolding material as checks, except for the original check. Preferably secured to the manifolding-material clamp L is a spring-pressed bail or other clampi'ng'device M for holding the checks in proper place as they are being Written on. This bail has its side members disposed parallel with the sides of the check-pad and the end portion m bent up to present an abutment for the checkpad to hold them in place during use. An index or talley sheet N in this instance is preferably arranged on the under face of the cover, which lies over and upon the checks when the book is closed up.

In my invention the checks may be suitably perforated and of any desired character.

I do not desire to be limited to the constructions illustrated, as many others may be employed within the scope of my invention.

Having thus described my invention, what I claim as new, and desire to secure by Letters Patent, is

1. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each pad, each sheet foldable upon itself to constitute an upper, original check and a lower triplicate check, and a continuous strip of duplicate-check material supported upon said cover in position to permit insertion of its end between the original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, and manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, substantially as described.

2. As a new article of manufacture, a sales book comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each pad, each sheet foldable upon itself to constitute an upper original check and a lower triplicate check, and a continuous strip of duplicate-check material supported upon said cover in position to permit insertion of its end between said original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby-to effect three facsimile records at one writing, and an index-slip arranged adjacent to each of said pads, substantially as described.

3. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each pad, each sheet ,r aese 3 foldable upon itself to constitute an upper original check and a lower triplicate check, and a continuous strip of duplicate-check material supported upon said cover in position to permit insertion of its end between the original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, means engaging said continuous strip to remove all curl therefrom, and manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, substantially as described.

4. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each pad, each sheet foldable upon itself to constitute an upper original check and a lower triplicate check, a continuous strip of duplicate-check material supported upon said cover in position to permit insertion of its end. between the original check and triplicate check of any of said pads,

adjustable means engaging said continuous strip to remove all curl therefrom, and manifolding material supported on said tablet and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, substantially as described.

5. A a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each tablet, each sheet foldable upon itself to constitute an upper original check and a lower triplicate check, and a continuous strip of duplicate-check material supported upon said cover in position to permit insertion of its end between the original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, and a spring-clamp extending across the face of said checks and manifolding material and maintained continuously in contact therewith, substantially as described.

6. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbool; comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each tablet, each sheet foldable upon itself to constitute anupper, original check and a lower triplicate check, and a continuous strip of duplicate-check material supported upon said cover in position to permit insertion of its end between said original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, a springclamp extending across the face of said checks and manifolding material and maintained continuously in contact therewith, and means carried by said clamp to engage said continuous .strip and remove all curl therefrom, substantially as described. g

7. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each pad, each sheet .foldable upon itself to constitute an upper original check and a lower triplicate check, a support mounted on said cover, a continuous strip of duplicate-check material disposed in said support and arranged in position to permit insertion of its end between the original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, means disposed on said support to engage said continuous strip and retard movement of the continuous strip when being withdrawn, and manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original duplicate and triplicate checks, whereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, substantially as described.

8. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover. an intermediary leaf secured to the cover, a plurality of pads supported on said cover and intermediary leaf, a plurality of sheets or sections constituting each pad, each sheet foldable upon itself to constitute an upper original check and a lower triplicate check, and a continuous strip of duplicate-check material disposed on said support and arranged in position to permit insertion of its end between said original check and triplicate check of any of said pads, manifolding material supported on said cover and cooperating with the original, duplicate and triplicate checks,'wl1ereby to effect three facsimile records at one writing, and an indexslip arranged adjacent to each of said pads, substantially as described.

9. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a pad of checks supported on said cover, a cylindrical housing attached to but to the rear of one edge of the cover and extending above and below the upper face of the cover, a rotating spindle within the housing, a holding device carried by the spindle, means for rotating the spindle, and a slot in the housing contiguous to said pad of checks, substantially as described.

10. Asanew article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a pad of checks supported on said cover, a cylindrical housing attached to the edge of the cover, a rotating spindle within the housing, a holding device carried by the spindle, means for rotating the spindle, a slot in the housing contiguous to said pad of checks, and a holding device contiguous to the slot in said housing, substantially as described.

11. Asanew article of manufacture, asalesbook comprising a cover, a pad of checks supper, means carried by the spindle for securing one end of the paper thereto, a slot in the holder through which the paper supported on the spindle passes, acarbon-holding device disposed contiguous to the cylinder, and a paper-uncurling device dlsposed contlguous to said holder, substantially as described.

book comprising a cover, a pad of checks supported on said cover, a cylindrical holder disposed at one edge of the cover, a spindle within the holder for carrying a roll of paper, means carriedby the spindle for securing one endof the paper thereto, a slot in the holder through which the paper supported on the spindle passes, a carbon-holding device disposed on the cylinder, contiguous to the slot therein, and means for regulating the speed of rotation of said spindle, substanv tially as described.

14. As a new article of manufacture, a salesbook comprising a cover, a pad of checks supported on said cover, a cylindrical holder disposed at one edge of the cover, end caps closing the ends of said holder, a spindle within the holder and supported at its ends in said end caps, knurled thumb-nuts engaging said spindle and said end caps for effecting frictional binding on said spindle to regulate its speed of rotation, substantially as described.

15. Asanewarticle of manufacture, asalesbook comprising a cover, a pad of checks supported on said cover, a cylindrical housing attached to the edges of the cover, a rotating spindle within the housing, a slot in the housing contiguous to said pad of checks, and a carbon-holding device disposed on the outer face of said housing contiguous to said slot therein, substantially as described. 13. As a new article of manufacture, a sa'lesl6. Asanew article of manufacture, asalesbook comprising a cover, a pad of checks supported on said cover, a slotted cylindrical holder disposed at one edge of said cover, end caps formed with inward-projecting and converging guiding-faces to support the ends of the slotted holder, and a spindle within the holder and supported in said end caps, substantially as described.

In testimony whereof I affix my signature in the presence of two subscribing witnesses.

GEORGE W. DONNING.

Witnesses:

EDWARD C. WALTER, JOHN R. WILTSIE. 

